The Judge

THE JUDGE provides rare insight into Shari’a law (Islamic law), an often misunderstood legal framework for Muslims, told through the eyes of the first woman judge to be appointed to the Middle East's religious courts. The film intimately portrays Judge Kholoud Al-Faqih’s trials and tribulations in achieving justice for women within the Shari’a courts of the West Bank, detailing in verité courtroom drama the resistance that she and her male counterpart, a progressive Sheik, face daily.

THE JUDGE is currently raising completion funds. We respectfully ask you to consider making a contribution to support the film’s edit and educational outreach campaign. Donations are tax deductible through our fiscal sponsor, the Hartley Film Foundation.